15-30 min4 servingsAmerican

Classic Stuffed Peppers

By Chop Secrets

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4 servings

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15-30 min

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Easy

Classic Stuffed Peppers
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Recipe Details

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 15 min

Total Time: 15-30 min

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook

Cuisine: American

Diet: Dairy Free

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 cup Cooked rice
  • 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 4 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
Bell peppers (red, yellow and orange) stuffed with a traditional ground beef and rice mixture, topped with a dollop of marinara, ready in less than 30 minutes.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Poke 2 small holes in the bottom of each pepper with a thin knife or toothpick. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine all remaining ingredients except marinara sauce.
  3. Mound rice mixture into peppers. Do not pack tightly. Mixture should be slightly higher than top of pepper.
  4. Pour one cup of water in the Instant Pot and insert the steam rack.
  5. Place peppers onto rack and divide marinara sauce in the top center of each pepper.
  6. Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  7. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 9 minutes.
  8. When the time is up, quick-release the pressure. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature is at least 160°F degrees.
  9. (Optional) Place peppers under the broiler for 3-5 minutes to crisp the tops.
  10. Carefully remove the peppers, garnish with additional chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

*The MANUAL and PRESSURE COOK buttons are interchangeable.

About the chef

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets is a culinary platform that focuses on recipe development, offering a wide variety of accessible and time-saving meal ideas. The site is a go-to destination for home cooks looking for delicious recipes that are simple to follow. Known for its collaborations with Instant Pot, Chop Secrets has produced over 250 recipe videos, providing users with step-by-step guides to make cooking easier and more enjoyable. With a range of recipes spanning from appetizers to desserts, Chop Secrets helps both beginners and seasoned cooks explore the versatility of their kitchen tools. The platform also offers a popular Instant Pot Master Class, which teaches essential techniques for mastering this appliance through cook-along lessons and printable resources, helping people create flavorful meals with minimal effort.

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